The Hacktory is holding it’s first ever Eggcellent EggDrop Eggstravaganza! This is the old-school science experiment where you build a device/contraption/pseudo-flying apparatus for one normal egg and drop it off the roof. Prizes will be given for different heights of egg survival, as well as artistic and sarcastic categories.
Participants will make the contraptions on site, for a fee of $5, however the fee will be waived if you bring some supplies. We will have tongue depressors, bubble wrap, old egg cartons available and some other mystery hack materials available. Donations of old pantyhose, rubber bands, tape, plastic bags, and other squishy things are very welcome.
In addition to the egg drop we will be having a community party with our neighbors, the Jeanne Ruddy School of Dance, and other residents of the block. There will also be an inauguration of the fantastic work of Neil Benson, of Philly’s Dumpster Divers, as he installs a triptych of found-object sculptures on the facade of Nonprofit Technology Resources. Come one, Come all!
A must for the aspiring hacker! Join The Hacktory as we team up with the crew from the new fabrication facility, NextFab Studio (http://nextfabstudio.com/) to bring you a comprehensive, 3 hour class on soldering skills. In the class you’ll get a basic introduction to electronics workbench tools, practice soldering and de-soldering techniques with integrated circuits and discrete components - LEDs, transistors, resistors, etc.; learn how to properly maintain a soldering iron, pick up some “wire-bender” skills, and the basics for identifying component values and functions.
Free SparkFun Clock kit is included for you to build during the class and take home. Tool kits and soldering irons will be available for purchase so you can tinker at home.
Hurry, space is limited to 8, so reserve your spot today at http://nextfabstudio.com/calendar/!
Location: NextFab Studio, 3711 Market Street, Philadelphia, 19104
Easy access from the SEPTA Market-Frankford line, 34th or 40th Street stations
Parking available in 3701 Market Street or 3700 Filbert Street garages, $8.
This class has been postponed - stay tuned for a new date.
This workshop offers an introductory, hands-on experience in the design and prototyping of mechanical art work. Starting with a brief exploration of motion, its perception, and some seminal artists’ works, Philadelphia kinetic sculptor, Brad Litwin, will demonstrate various prototyping techniques, and the integration of simple machine concepts with aesthetics.
No prior experience is required, other than a fascination with machines, and a desire to work in 3 dimensions. Two projects will be
By popular demand, The Hacktory again offers its fun and unique Recycled Electronics Jewelry workshop, on Saturday, December 5 from 1:00-5:00pm. Perfect timing for making cool holiday gifts on a budget!
The Hacktory's mission is to promote new ways of combining art and technology and recycling, so we created the Recycled Electronic Jewelry Workshop. Our summer workshop was sold out--everyone loved making and taking home their amazing-looking creations!
We'll be teaching basic jewelry-making concepts to people of all skill and age levels (10 years old and up), including design ideas, basic soldering and assembly skills, and how to identify materials for creating your own jewelry and small sculpture.
This workshop adds beauty and interest to the world by reclaiming and recycling things that would typically end up in our growing landfills. It's also great fun and sparks creativity in all who participate.
The cost to participate is only $20, which includes all supplies and materials including basic jewelry parts and a nice selection of awesome-looking retro electronic components for making your own creations.
Click here to reserve your seat today for this exciting workshop at The Hacktory!
(Last workshop sold out, so don't delay.)
